As you can imagine, our team at Pro Polyjacking is passionate about all things polyjacking, including visiting Kansas City homeowners and providing free quotes, explaining the benefits of polyjacking, helping local businesses create safer concrete structures, and discussing all things polyjacking.
We’re asked many questions as we provide our free quotes to homeowners or local business owners inquiring about lifting their sunken concrete structures. From pricing to information about how it compares to mudjacking, we’ve been asked nearly every question about polyjacking. Continue reading as we share some FAQs about polyjacking so you can learn a bit more about the number one concrete leveling solution.
Common FAQs About Polyjacking
We love discussing all things polyjacking and have decades of experience with expertly trained professionals. Below are just some of the many common FAQs we’re asked daily, as well as our answers:
Q: What exactly is polyjacking?
A: Polyjacking is a concrete leveling method that lifts sunken concrete and repairs cracks by raising the concrete back to its original position. Unlike mudjacking and other concrete leveling techniques, polyjacking offers a clean and efficient way to restore sunken concrete without the disruption of traditional repair methods. Using a durable, lightweight polyurethane foam injected beneath the slab, the concrete is gently raised and stabilized, and we often complete the job in a few hours with minimal downtime.
Q: How is Polyjacking different from mudjacking?
A: Polyjacking differs from mudjacking in several ways. For one, the polyurethane foam that we inject under sunken concrete is powerful yet lightweight, compared to heavy mudjacking materials. Next, mudjacking relies on heavy materials that can stress the ground, while polyjacking uses a smarter, lighter, longer-lasting solution that is chemically inert. Polyjacking requires discreet holes to inject polyurethane foam, using an injection gun underneath slabs, while mudjacking requires larger holes using a hydraulic pump. Mudjacking is only a short-term solution, while polyjacking is the most permanent solution that fortifies the soil, ensuring the concrete won’t ever sink again.
Q: What can polyjacking be used for?
A: Polyjacking can be used for all sunken or cracked concrete! Though our polyurethane foam is lightweight, it’s powerful and can lift nearly all concrete structures, including, but not limited to: sunken driveways, uneven sidewalks, pool decks, basement slabs, foundations, garage floors, patios, farm silo polyjacking, heavy machinery foundations, and other commercial and industrial concrete leveling, and residential concrete leveling needs.
Q: How long does polyjacking last?
A: Polyjacking is the most permanent concrete leveling solution, lasting much longer than other methods like mudjacking. Its longevity can’t be beat, stabilizing the soil and concrete with zero structural compromise. Mudjacking requires frequent maintenance because it relies on the underlying soils for stability, which often get damaged and washed away from exposure to water and severe weather conditions.
Q: How much does polyjacking cost?
A: While the cost for polyjacking varies greatly depending on the severity of the cracked or sunken concrete, it’s a wallet-friendly option that promises more value for your money compared to mudjacking and other concrete repair methods. Polyjacking is a one-time process that requires no repair, redos, or routine maintenance, the complete opposite of mudjacking, which requires frequent maintenance. While the cost of mudjacking is initially less than polyjacking, you’ll end up spending much more on mudjacking in the long run.
Q: What material is used in polyjacking?
A: Our polyurethane foam is injected into sunken concrete. The science behind our polyurethane foam is fascinating! It’s a man-made material created from organic compounds and engineered for many uses thanks to its dense, highly resilient properties. It’s lightweight, strong, and easy to apply, filling in existing gaps in the concrete and soil. It expands under the concrete slab and is water-resistant, never shifting again from soil expansion or contraction.
Q: Is polyjacking environmentally friendly?
A: Absolutely! There are many environmental benefits of choosing polypacking; while our polyurethane foam contains chemicals, they’re engineered to be as safe as possible. It’s chemically inert, so no chemicals can be released into the air, soil, or seep out. Polyjacking helps prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the soil underneath the concrete, never causing soil erosion like other methods can. Polyjacking also created less waste than concrete replacement. When you replace concrete, you need to rip up the old slabs, disrupting the environment of bugs and animals surrounding the area, creating a lot of waste. Polyjacking is mess-free and produces zero waste.
Q: When is the best time to schedule polyjacking?
A: You can schedule polyjacking anytime. Our team can inject polyurethane foam during any season. Our polyurethane foam will expand and cure regardless of the season, allowing you to use your concrete shortly after installation. However, we would need to reschedule your polyjacking job in the event of inclement weather, as the work area needs to be clear for safe and accurate injections.
Why Choose Pro Polyjacking?
If you need your unlevel or cracked concrete repaired, hiring Pro Polyjacking is the best solution regardless of soil type. We have over 30 years of industry experience and have been serving Kansas City for decades. We’re a woman and family-owned local business with positive reviews and thousands of satisfied customers. Below are some of our customer reviews:
Pro Polyjacking can help with all commercial and residential concrete leveling needs in and around Kansas City, including: residential concrete leveling, commercial and industrial concrete leveling, concrete sealing and cleaning, deep injection, joint and crack repair, and farm silo polyjacking. We hold all required licenses and insurance that protects our employees. We also offer a warranty on all our projects, ensuring our customers are left completely satisfied. Get started by requesting a quote today!